Carmelo Anthony
NBA Basketball (Fleer) • 2003-04 Flair 'Wave of the Future'
Card Type
Player Insert - Rookie Year
Set & Number
2003-04 Flair 'Wave of the Future' - W1
Rarity
Insert
Edition & Language
Standard • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
$5.00 - $15.00 (Raw); $40.00 - $60.00 (PSA 9); $150.00+ (PSA 10)
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this specific insert have sold for between $7 and $12 on platforms like eBay. Graded PSA 10 gem mint copies historically command a significant premium due to the card's sensitive foil-like surface.
Condition Details
The card appears well-centered with sharp corners. There is a slight shadow/glare from the protective sleeve, but edges appear clean. Minimal surface wear visible through the top loader.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if the card is flawlessly mint. The 'Wave of the Future' set is prone to surface scratches; if it is a high-grade candidate (PSA 10), the value jump is significant. Otherwise, keep raw for personal collection.
Card Description
Features Carmelo Anthony in his Denver Nuggets rookie jersey. Text includes 'Wave of the Future' across the top and his name and team vertically on the side.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive translucent/acetate or high-gloss finish typical of early 2000s Flair inserts. This is a Carmelo Anthony rookie year insert card.
Authentication Notes
The Fleer/Flair logo embossing and font style match authentic 2003 production. Card stock and color saturation appear correct for the 'Wave of the Future' subset.
Scanned: 2026-04-15T03:43:32.774198